SocGen's Baader Says Will See U.S. Wage Growth Move Up

What are the three possibilities mentioned regarding the persistent issue of weak inflation despite good growth?

• The economy is booming, data is irrelevant, or inflation is at its peak.

• The Phillips Curve is more relevant, data is accurate, or inflation is not a concern.

• The economy is in a recession, data is perfect, or immediate action is required.

• The Phillips Curve is outdated, data might be incorrect, or patience is needed.

What is the relationship described by the Phillips Curve?

• Between inflation and interest rates.

• Between unemployment and nominal wage growth.

• Between GDP growth and inflation.

• Between real wage growth and economic output.

What was the trend in real wage growth in the US during 2015 and 2016?

• It was declining rapidly.

• It was stagnant.

• It was strong, around 1.5%.

• It was negative.

What is the predicted trend for wages in relation to inflation?

• Wages will remain unchanged regardless of inflation.

• Wages will decrease as inflation rises.

• Wages will follow inflation upwards.

• Wages will fall sharply as inflation stabilizes.

How does technological innovation impact inflation according to the discussion?

• It has no impact on inflation.

• It increases inflation by raising production costs.

• It stabilizes inflation by balancing supply and demand.

• It squeezes retail margins, leading to lower inflation.